New Orleans Saints 2010 NFL Fantasy Football Preview

The Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints are a fantasy friendly bunch. Big things should be in store for them in 2010 as well.

Fantasy Playoffs Schedule: Moderate

On paper they have a cakewalk (Rams in Week 14), a dogfight (Ravens in Week 15), and a tough divisional matchup (Falcons in Week 16). The Baltimore game is in the road, and they could possibly run into some tough weather.

Five Star Fantasy Options

Drew Brees—Brees is easily one of the premier QBs (fantasy and reality) in the league. Throwing for 4,000+ yards and 30+ TDs has become commonplace. He’s as consistent as they come.

Marques Colston—He has more weapons to share with Robert Meachem and Devery Henderson’s development, but he is still the go-to-guy.

Four Star Fantasy Options

Pierre Thomas—Staying healthy is the key, but PT is one of the most versatile backs in the league. He could approach 1,500 total yards and double-digit scores.

Three Star Fantasy Options

Reggie Bush—Bush is obviously more valued in PPR leagues, but he has some value in standard leagues as well. He could easily approach 1,000 total yards and 8-10 TDs.

Two Star Fantasy Options

Robert Meachem and Devery Henderson—I like both of these young WRs, but I value Meachem a little more. Meachem had 722 yards and nine TDs. Henderson had 804 yards and 2 scores.

Jeremy Shockey—His mouth could lead you to believe he’s better than he actually is. He will get some yards, but he’s just as likely to injure himself.

Saints Defense/Special Teams – Their D isn’t great, but they are well coached. Darren Sharper is a perfect fit for this defense racking up INTs.

One Star Fantasy Options

Lynell Hamilton— Hamilton will take over for Mike Bell. He’ll need a PT injury to have consistent value.

Lance Moore—Injuries cost him last year, and given the success Devery Henderson and Robert Meachem shared, he could see few opportunities in 2010.

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